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R811 FJO

1998 BMW K Series

Red Petrol 1171cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

100,066 mi
Last recorded100,066 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 BMW K Series35,983 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR811 FJO
MakeBMW
ModelK Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,171cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2015 100,066 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 100,059 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jan 2014 97,930 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 93,054 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 93,054 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Oil leak

Rear Brake fluid reservoir insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 81,752 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 79,733 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 2 Feb 2011 79,733 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Feb 2010 76,701 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 73,590 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2009 73,590 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2008 70,634 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2007 66,053 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Feb 2007 66,053 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2006 56,010 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the BMW K Series?

Based on 148,722 MOT tests across 15,213 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
1,209
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
15,213
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,496
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 813
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 743
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 523
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 512
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R811 FJO is a 1998 BMW K Series in Red with a 1,171cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 BMW K Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.3% with a typical mileage of 35,983 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW K Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R811 FJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW K Series typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 28 years old, this BMW K Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R811 FJO registered?

R811 FJO is a 1998 BMW K Series, first registered on 9 June 1998.

Is R811 FJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R811 FJO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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